HR Advisor/HR Generalist

HR Advisor (Temporary Contract) Leeds / Wakefield Area | Full-Time | Office-Based | Immediate Start

Hays HR are delighted to be partnering with one of Yorkshire's most respected manufacturing organisations to recruit an experienced HR Advisor on a temporary basis. Renowned for its outstanding culture, strong values and commitment to employee wellbeing, this organisation is consistently regarded as one of the best employers in the region. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive HR professional to join a busy and supportive HR team during a period of increased demand. The role has been created to provide additional support with an employee relations casework backlog following a period of staff absence.

The Role

Working closely with the HR team and operational managers, you will provide a professional and pragmatic HR advisory service across a broad range of employee relations matters. You will be responsible for managing your own casework, ensuring matters are handled fairly, consistently and in line with current UK employment legislation and company policy. Key responsibilities will include:

Managing a varied employee relations caseload, including absence management, disciplinaries, grievances, performance management and capability matters.

Advising managers on HR policies, procedures and employment legislation.

Supporting investigations, hearings and formal meetings.

Providing practical guidance and coaching to line managers.

Ensuring accurate documentation and case management throughout the employee lifecycle.

Supporting the wider HR team with generalist HR activities as required.

About YouTo be successful in this role, you will possess

A minimum of three years' experience managing UK employee relations casework within a busy HR environment.

A sound and up-to-date working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.

Previous experience advising and coaching managers on complex people matters.

Strong communication, relationship-building and influencing skills.

The ability to work autonomously and prioritise a busy workload.

CIPD Level 5 qualification (or working towards) is desirable.

As this is a fully office-based position, it is essential that applicants live within a reasonable commuting distance of Leeds or Wakefield and are able to be on-site five days per week. What You'll Get in Return

Opportunity to join one of the region's most highly regarded manufacturing employers.

Friendly, collaborative and values-led working environment.

Immediate start available.

Competitive hourly rate.

Exposure to a diverse and fast-paced employee relations remit.

If you are an experienced HR Advisor in the Leeds/Wakefield area with strong ER expertise and are available at short notice, please send apply online or send your CV for the most efficient response.

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